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Washington Passes Historic Rent Control Bill; Governor Decides Soon

4/28/2025

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Washington State's legislature has approved a groundbreaking rent control bill, capping annual increases at 7% plus inflation or 10%, whichever is lower. While supporters celebrate this as a victory for tenants, critics warn it could stifle housing development. Governor Ferguson now has 20 days to decide the bill's fate.

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Washington State's legislature has approved a groundbreaking rent control bill, capping annual increases at 7% plus inflation or 10%, whichever is lower. While supporters celebrate this as a victory for tenants, critics warn it could stifle housing development. Governor Ferguson now has 20 days to decide the bill's fate.